Who We Are

Our school is a place where children are told they are valued, loved, important, respected, free and forgiven. In every aspect of our school from snack time, to learning circles, to playground adventures, to waiting in line, we want to reflect and share God’s love with the children and their families. We believe all children have the innate curiosity to ask questions, search for answers, test boundaries, and learn from their choices. We continually scaffold children’s interests into age-appropriate math, science, and literacy activities.

Where We Began

Northwood Christian Preschool was started in 2000 by Christi Keefer and Robben Lyons. They had a strong desire to share God’s love with young children and their families. Christi Keefer faithfully taught and directed the preschool for 15 years.

Our team

Hello, my name is Rachel and I feel honored to be leading Northwood Christian Preschool as the director. I started at Northwood in 2016, first as a teaching aide and then as a lead teacher, and now directing. I have a passion for early childhood education and I am proud to call Northwood home. My goal is to provide a loving atmosphere where your child can grow and thrive academically, socially and spiritually.

Outside of work I love reading, gardening, hiking, camping, and fishing. I also love spending time with my husband and three children. As a family we are always making messes, doing lots of art projects and crafts!

I am excited to see where God takes our school and the Northwood community this year!

“Let all that you do be done in love.” 1 Coritnthians 16:14

I have had the blessing and the honor to work with children and families since 1992, including volunteering in my own children’s preschool-5th grade classrooms. In 2012 I was invited to join the staff at a Christian early learning center where my passion for working with children, and coming alongside parents as a community of support truly blossomed.

I appreciate the opportunity to help parents fill up their children with God’s unconditional love everyday, and to teach them the necessary skills to set them up for success today, tomorrow and in their future.

When I am not working I love to spend as much time as possible reading my Bible and going for walks with God as I pray, sing and listen to Him. I also love to hiking, biking, and cooking with my husband.

“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11

Hello, I am delighted to be returning to Northwood, where I started teaching preschool almost 10 years ago!

I’ve been blessed to teach preschool, kindergarten and 1st grade. It is my goal to provide a loving and fun atmosphere, where your child learns through play time with friends, inspired creativity and small group enrichment. Kids learn at their own unique pace, I will encourage and support them to thrive in confidence. This year I will pray as your child enters the class, that they will feel cared for not only by us at Northwood, but most importantly by Jesus.

I made the decision to follow Jesus when I was 19 yrs. old. and have been at my church for 30 years. My husband and I have 4 children, 2 son-in-laws and 2 grandchildren. Missions and family time are how I spend my days outside of the classroom. I love to travel, play games and hang out with my grandkids. I’m grateful to be one of your child’s teachers this year.

“Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” – Colossians 3:16-17

Hello, I’m Miss Sue!

This is my fourth year teaching and I wish I’d been teaching for thirty years. I love caring and coming alongside our preschoolers. It is fun, challenging, and a privilege.

I enjoy all things warm weather, container gardening, cooking, reading, being creative, walking, and always family and friends.

“Taste and see that the Lord is good. Blessed is the man who puts his trust in Him.” – Psalm 34:8

Hi, my name is Ms. Shelby, and I am honored to have the
privilege of being a teacher to your child this year.
After a two-year medical leave, I am returning for my fourth
year and I’m extremely blessed to be back in the classroom.

Preschool is such an important time in a child’s life. It
provides an environment for children to explore, gain a sense
of self, play with others and build social skills.

My husband Joe and I have four wonderful children and
two grandchildren. I love being with my family, watching my
kids play sports and spending time outdoors.

“Count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that
the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience
have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete,
lacking nothing.” – James 1:2-4

Who We Are

Where We Began

Our team

Rachel

Rebecca

Shawna

Sue

Shelby

Kiwani

Emily